THE agency is aware of the hacking scandal and is "addressing the matter" after photographs of Jennifer Lawrence naked leaked online.

THE FBI is now investigating after naked pictures of actress Jennifer Lawrence and other female stars were leaked online.

Agency spokeswoman Laura Eimiller said it was "aware of the allegations concerning computer intrusions and the unlawful release of material involving high profile individuals, and is addressing the matter", adding that it would be inappropriate to make further comment at this time.